- #1 The Last Spell
97% matchVery Positive91% of 13,615 reviews2023
Dev: Ishtar GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 23.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Defend the last bastion of humanity with your squad of heroes! Exterminate fiendish monsters with magic and brute force by night and re-build your battered city defenses by day in this tactical RPG with rogue-lite mechanics.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.2%, Tactical 13.2%, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines intense tactical combat with town-building and defense mechanics similar to the progression loop in Tinyfolks.
- #2 Dicefolk
96% matchVery Positive89% of 1,103 reviews2024
Dev: LEAP Game StudiosPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Wield magical dice and build a team of powerful Chimeras to stop a mysterious evil in this tactical roguelite adventure. As a Chimera Summoner, recruit and create your perfect team of mythical beasts and command them to victory using unique dice mechanics.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 24%, Strategy RPG 22.8%, Tactical 17.9%, Roguelike 15.9%, Strategy 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features minimalist, turn-based tactical combat with a strong focus on managing a small roster of units.
- #3 Fae Tactics
96% matchVery Positive85% of 1,744 reviews2020
Dev: Endlessfluff GamesPub: Balor Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 51%
In Fae Tactics, follow a young magic user named Peony on her journey across a vibrant world full of mystery and danger. Summon allies, cast spells, and befriend a motley crew of characters as you dive into the growing conflicts between man and magical beings known as fae.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 29.5%, Tactical 15.4%, RPG 15.1%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Strategy 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a vibrant pixel-art style and deep tactical grid-based combat that mirrors the strategic depth of Tinyfolks.
- #4 Voidspire Tactics
95% matchVery Positive97% of 290 reviews2015
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
An indie turn-based Tactics RPG with a heavy emphasis on exploration, character progression, and highly tactical combat. Create your own deeply customizable party of Warriors, Sorcerers, and Shiftcloaks to take on the Spire!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.1%, RPG 13.6%, Strategy RPG 9.3%, Strategy 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A deep tactical RPG that emphasizes party customization and grid-based movement in a retro-inspired world.
- #5 Kingsvein
94% matchVery Positive91% of 313 reviews2024
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Explore and reclaim the infested castle-city of Kingsvein! Ride into its depths on your trusty wyvern, and lead your customizable party of Knights and Mystics in deep tactical combat.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.6%, Strategy RPG 13.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, RPG 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a robust party-based tactical experience with pixel-art visuals and complex character progression.
- #6 Forgotten Mines
94% matchVery Positive80% of 330 reviews2024
Dev: Cannibal GoosePub: Ishtar Games
Windows
Wreak vengeance and retake lost mines from goblins, orcs, skeletons, and demons in this small-scale tactical roguelite RPG. Build the perfect expedition team and turn the underworld red with each challenging, fast-paced run.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Strategy RPG 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Roguelike 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical roguelite that focuses on managing a party of units through challenging, turn-based dungeon encounters.
- #7 Dark Deity
93% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,098 reviews2021
Dev: Sword & Axe LLCPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Step into the world of Terrazael and lead soon-to-be legendary heroes in a quest to restore a land fractured by broken oaths, reckless wars, and untamed magic. Fight back in turn-based battles, manage character relationships, collect dangerous artifacts, and hopefully restore the world...
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.3%, Tactical 16.1%, Strategy RPG 13.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features unit growth and tactical turn-based combat that will feel familiar to fans of classic strategy RPGs.
- #8 SFD : Rogue TRPG
92% matchVery Positive85% of 102 reviews2018
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
SFD is a unique hybrid of tactical RPG and roguelike. Manage a party of adventurers as you attempt to be one of the few to conquer the Sigma Finite Dungeon.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.2%, RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Strategy 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the minimalist, retro aesthetic and tactical turn-based combat that makes Tinyfolks so addictive.
- #9 Mortal Glory
91% matchVery Positive87% of 582 reviews2020
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Mortal Glory is a fantasy-themed tactical roguelike game about recruiting a team of gladiators and pitting them against brutal competition in a blood-soaked tournament. Train your gladiators, find a legendary sword, learn ancient spells, recruit a celebrity, cheat - do whatever it takes to bring glory to your name!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.6%, Strategy RPG 11%, Roguelike 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the management and tactical training of a team of fighters in a turn-based, roguelike structure.
- #10 Vanaris Tactics
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 173 reviews2022
Dev: Matheus ReisPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Vanaris Tactics is a short narrative tactical RPG experience that tells a story about refugees fleeing their occupied motherland. You lead a group of refugees looking for freedom outside the walls of Vanaris, unite your people and use tactical prowess to escape your oppressors.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 20.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14%, Tactical 11.5%, Strategy RPG 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven tactical RPG that emphasizes party management and positioning on the battlefield.
- #11 Live by the Sword: Tactics
90% matchMostly Positive72% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: Labrador Studios
Windows · Mac
Live By The Sword: Tactics is a streamlined tactical RPG that blends classic and contemporary gameplay elements. The game is set in a world recovering from the ravages of war, you must navigate the treacherous landscape to prevent further turmoil. Single Player and Multiplayer modes available.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 14.3%, Tactical RPG 12.7%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Tactical 11%
Why You'll Like It: A pure tactical experience that strips away unnecessary fluff to focus on turn-based combat mechanics.
- #12 Alvora Tactics
89% matchVery Positive92% of 151 reviews2017
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
Alvora Tactics is an indie Tactics RPG that combines strategic combat with immersive exploration. Explore and conquer Great Serpent Alvora with your own customizable band of warriors!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.8%, RPG 12.5%, Strategy RPG 10.3%, Strategy 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled tactical RPG that prioritizes character building and grid-based strategy.
- #13 Legends of Kingdom Rush
89% matchMixed66% of 1,767 reviews2022
Dev: Ironhide Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
RPG turn-based combat game with deep tactics and bad jokes! Do you have what it takes to save the kingdom?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.5%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Strategy RPG 13.5%, Roguelike 8%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that simplifies complex mechanics into an accessible, rewarding experience.
- #14 Crawl Tactics
87% matchVery Positive92% of 219 reviews2022
Dev: icefill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Crawl Tactics combines classic turn-based tactics with roguelike progression. In Dungeon Mode, face challenging, ever-changing encounters as you explore procedurally generated maps. In Quest Mode, develop your village, train your mercenaries, and defend against growing enemy invasions.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.3%, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.9%, RPG 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game that focuses on quick, engaging combat encounters in a pixelated world.
- #15 Tenderfoot Tactics
88% matchVery Positive82% of 269 reviews2020
Dev: Kevin MaxonPub: Ice Water Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A party of goblins, granted magic by an ancient spirit, wanders the archipelago, fighting back the terrible Fog. Wield elemental power with wild repercussions in this open-world tactics RPG.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 27.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Class-Based 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an open-world tactical experience with a unique party-based combat system and distinct visual style.
- #16 Songs of Conquest
86% matchVery Positive86% of 13,519 reviews2024
Dev: LavapotionPub: Coffee Stain Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Raise mighty armies, wield ancient magic and forge an empire. This turn-based strategy adventure game fuses strategic decision making, tactical combat and kingdom management.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 16.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.7%, Tactical 12.8%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines town management and tactical turn-based combat with a beautiful, modern take on retro strategy.
- #17 Wargroove
86% matchVery Positive83% of 5,267 reviews2019
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take to the battlefield with Wargroove, a strategy game for up to 4 players! Choose your Commander and wage turn-based war on battling factions. Design and share maps, cut-scenes and campaigns with easy-to-use editors and in-depth customization tools!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Tactical 12.4%, Strategy RPG 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features classic turn-based strategy mechanics, unit production, and charming pixel-art visuals.
- #18 Into the Breach
85% matchVery Positive94% of 22,217 reviews2018
Dev: Subset Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 32.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 25.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 24%, Tactical 12.5%, Roguelike 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for minimalist, high-stakes tactical combat where every move and unit placement matters.
- #19 Dungeon Drafters
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 771 reviews2023
Dev: Manalith StudiosPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure set in a world where magic is cards, and cards are magic. Explore ancient ruins, loot rare cards and employ clever combos to defeat your foes and build the legendary spell deck that could save the world.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 48.7%, RPG 12.1%, Old School 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Strategy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical grid-based RPG that blends card-based abilities with deep dungeon-crawling strategy.
- #20 Evolings
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 457 reviews2023
Dev: SørbPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Embark on a captivating journey in Evolings! This minimalistic turn-based roguelike lets you face hordes of evil monsters by recruiting a team of deadly yet cute creatures. With challenges and a unique experience in each playthrough, Evolings offers a captivating fusion of strategy and charm.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.2%, Strategy RPG 20.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.2%, RPG 12%, Tactical 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A creature-collection roguelike that uses turn-based tactical combat to challenge your team-building skills.
- #21 Wildermyth
82% matchVery Positive95% of 18,226 reviews2021
Dev: Worldwalker Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Wildermyth follows heroes over their whole careers, from their pitchfork days to their powerful primes, and on into old age and memory. It’s a party-based procedural storytelling RPG where tactical combat and story decisions will alter your world and reshape your cast of characters.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 35.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 29.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.7%, RPG 7.7%, Fantasy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on party management and tactical combat with a procedural storytelling element that makes every unit feel unique.
- #22 Pathway
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,264 reviews2019
Dev: RobotalityPub: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore the strange unknown with Pathway, a strategy adventure set in the 1930s great wilderness. Unravel long-forgotten mysteries of the occult, raid ancient tombs and outwit your foes in turn-based squad combat!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.1%, Strategy RPG 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.8%, Tactical 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based tactical game set in a pulp-adventure world with a distinct pixel-art aesthetic.
- #23 Desktop Dungeons
81% matchVery Positive84% of 2,358 reviews2023
Dev: QCF Design
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.
Why similar: Roguelike 62.6%, RPG 19%, Fantasy 9.8%, Resource Management 5.4%, 2D 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in minimalist tactical design that forces players to manage resources carefully in short, intense sessions.
- #24 Tactical Breach Wizards
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 12,112 reviews2024
Dev: Suspicious Developments
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
In Tactical Breach Wizards, you lead a team of renegade wizards in kevlar through turn-based battles to unravel a modern conspiracy plot. Combine their unique spells in clever ways, or rewind time to try every crazy plan you can think of to punch a Traffic Warlock through a 4th story window.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 20.2%, Tactical 15.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.8%, Strategy RPG 14.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern tactical game that focuses on creative, turn-based puzzle-like combat scenarios.
- #25 Haque
82% matchVery Positive86% of 165 reviews2017
Dev: SuperTry Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Haque is a glitch fantasy roguelike adventure about cute monsters, low-bit hauntings, and a suspiciously talkative narrator. Choose your character and battle through forests, deserts and dungeons to defeat a mysterious evil. Die often. Try again!
Why similar: Roguelike 41.5%, RPG 34.6%, Strategy 23.9%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, turn-based roguelike that focuses on tactical combat and retro-inspired exploration.
- #26 Siralim Ultimate
79% matchVery Positive93% of 2,535 reviews2021
Dev: Thylacine StudiosPub: Thylacine Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Why similar: Strategy RPG 30%, RPG 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Retro 10.9%, Medieval 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep unit collection and management system that appeals to players who love optimizing their squads.
- #27 Telepath Tactics Liberated
81% matchVery Positive84% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Sinister DesignPub: indie.io
Windows
An SRPG fan's SRPG! Imagine Fire Emblem with destructible battlefields; the ability to place traps; the ability to shove enemies off cliffs, into lava, or into each other; and a built-in campaign creator.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Class-Based 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A grid-based tactical game that emphasizes environmental interaction and unit positioning.
- #28 The Banner Saga
79% matchVery Positive89% of 15,944 reviews2014
Dev: StoicPub: Stoic Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Live through an epic role-playing Viking saga where your strategic choices directly affect your personal journey. Make allies as you travel with your caravan across this stunning yet harsh landscape. Carefully choose those who will help fight a new threat that jeopardizes an entire civilization.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31%, Strategy RPG 18.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 16.7%, Tactical 11.6%, RPG 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that emphasizes the weight of your decisions and the survival of your party members.
- #29 Rogue Wizards
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 250 reviews2016
Dev: Spellbind Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Battle creatures, collect loot, master magic, and build your very own Wizard Tower sanctuary in this rogue-like, dungeon-crawling RPG.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 22.4%, Roguelike 18.7%, RPG 15.7%, Magic 9%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that blends dungeon crawling with town-building elements to create a satisfying gameplay loop.
- #30 Tiny Rogues
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,706 reviews2022
Dev: RubyDev
Windows
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!
Why similar: Roguelike 31.5%, Pixel Graphics 21.8%, RPG 18.9%, Fantasy 15.1%, Combat 7.1%
- #31 Wargroove 2
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 449 reviews2023
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.6%, Strategy RPG 14.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.6%, Roguelike 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Refines the tactical unit management and strategy elements of its predecessor with new mechanics and charm.
- #32 Dawnfolk
75% matchVery Positive95% of 723 reviews2025
Dev: Darenn KellerPub: Astra Logical
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Dawnfolk is a charmingly dark, casual and puzzly survival building game. Gather resources, rebuild your realm, and protect your people from oppressive shadows. Can you unveil the secrets of the monoliths and bring light back to the world?
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.8%, Minimalist 16.6%, Retro 14.4%, Medieval 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%
- #33 Little Hearts
77% matchVery Positive92% of 77 reviews2022
Dev: ゆーぎり
Windows
Turn-based strategy simulation RPG in a fantasy world of swords and sorcery, featuring light dot-drawing animation.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.9%, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Tactical 8.4%
- #34 Dungeonmans
77% matchVery Positive91% of 1,233 reviews2014
Dev: Adventurepro Games LLC
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Crush monsters and get loots in the classic turn-based style of deep dungeons and high adventure! Grow the Dungeonmans Academy, a bastion of learning that expands as you play. Serious gameplay with a light-hearted atmosphere, combining the feel of history's great RPGs and dice-slinging adventures around the tabletop.
Why similar: Roguelike 69.5%, RPG 21.2%, Strategy 9.3%
- #35 Gnomes
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,808 reviews2025
Dev: DYSTOPIAN
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Gnomes is a turn-based tower defense with deep roguelike progression, set in ever-expanding, procedurally generated biomes. Build, farm and defend your village as you push deeper into goblin-infested territory. Unlock powerful upgrades and craft your environment to survive the endless goblin horde
Why similar: Roguelike 45.3%, Pixel Graphics 32.3%, Strategy 22.4%
- #36 The Dungeon Beneath
76% matchVery Positive89% of 893 reviews2020
Dev: Puzzle Box Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The Dungeon Beneath is a tactical rogue-like autobattler. Gather your party and descend into the dungeon, battling your way through room after room of nefarious enemies. Collect powerful artifacts and equipment to create an endless variety of strategies.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.7%, Turn-Based Tactics 17.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.3%, Tactical 12%, Roguelike 8%
- #37 Our Adventurer Guild
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,502 reviews2024
Dev: GreenGuy
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Become the new Guild Master of the Adventurer Guild and lead your adventurers in explorations and turnbased tactical battles. Will the Guild thrive under your leadership? Or will it finally disband under it?
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 25.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 15.5%, Tactical RPG 12.5%, Class-Based 9%, RPG 9%
- #38 Trash of the Titans
74% matchVery Positive92% of 325 reviews2024
Dev: Raccoon Tour
Windows
It's turn-based fantasy tactics with trash animals. Defend your trash from invading rats, and eat your trash to upgrade your team. Think your way out of ruin by using the shape of each level to your advantage. Be creative, and try to not die.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 15.6%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 11%, Tactical 7.7%
- #39 Tiny Battles
75% matchVery Positive84% of 50 reviews2024
Dev: MyDreamForever
Windows
Tiny Battles is a tactical action auto-battler where battles take place automatically in the arena.
Why similar: Tactical 21%, Strategy 16.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 16%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Medieval 13%
- #40 Tiny Tactics
74% matchVery Positive83% of 683 reviews2022
Dev: Tiny Forge Gaming
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Tiny Tactics is a Tower Defense game with a heavy focus on mazing, with mechanics inspired by the Auto Chess genre.
Why similar: Tactical 32.7%, Class-Based 25.1%, Strategy 14.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 11.8%, Fantasy 10.8%
- #41 Radix Chronicle
72% matchVery Positive100% of 78 reviews2025
Dev: Luna Flora
Windows · Mac · Linux
Radix is a tactical RPG inspired by SNES and Playstation classics. With dark themes but bright characters, this fantasy tale changes depending on how you fight! Your magic can even alter the land itself. Use your timing and skill, rather than your luck, to lead your party home safely each day!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 26.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Magic 10.3%, Tactical 10.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.8%
- #42 Hero's Hour
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 5,731 reviews2022
Dev: Benjamin "ThingOnItsOwn" HauerPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%
A fast turn-based strategy RPG with real-time combat. Develop your cities and armies, level up your heroes to gain new, powerful spells and skills, and explore the wonders and dangers of the procedurally generated maps as you aim to conquer your enemies before they do the same to you.
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 17%, Strategy RPG 15.4%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.9%, Tactical 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #43 MEMOLITH: Forsaken by Light
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 245 reviews2026
Dev: Black AnchorPub: Webzen
Windows
A turn-based tactical RPG set in a medieval city overrun by horrific creatures, where only your wits and strategies can keep you alive. Plunge into The Dark Shroud to rescue survivors, inherit the memories of the fallen, and restore the shattered "Memolith" to reclaim the lost light.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.8%, Strategy RPG 13.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 13.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.7%, Tactical 11.3%
- #44 Mortal Glory 2
71% matchVery Positive88% of 307 reviews2024
Dev: Redbeak Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Manage a team of traveling gladiators in this turn-based fantasy roguelike. Find the best recruits, discover powerful item combinations and come up with clever tactics on the battlefield. The tournament awaits those who desire MORTAL GLORY!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 24.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.7%, Tactical 12%, Roguelike 10.4%, Retro 9.1%
- #45 Shuffle Tactics
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: Club SandwichPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Shuffle Tactics is a roguelike deckbuilding tactical RPG. Strategize to survive tough battles, pick the right cards to create powerful synergies, and bond with your sidekicks to get an edge in battle. Adventure awaits! Will you rise as Asteria's new King?
Why similar: Tactical RPG 22.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.6%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, Tactical 11%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%
- #46 Little Kingdom RTS
70% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2025
Dev: MyDreamForeverPub: Andgo Games
Windows
Little Kingdom RTS is an indie real-time strategy game set in a medieval fantasy world. Gather resources, build settlements, raise walls, and grow your small kingdom. Command an army of knights, archers, and mages to fight off rival kingdoms, orcs, and undead.
Why similar: Medieval 29.1%, Pixel Graphics 25.5%, Strategy 20%, Resource Management 9.6%, Fantasy 5.7%
- #47 Warbanners
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 612 reviews2017
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Warbanners: the turn-based, tactical strategy game with role-playing elements that lets you manage a squad of mercenaries, and survive 42 campaign missions. Your goal? To earn a place among ancient legends!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 23.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 16.7%, Tactical 12.6%, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Strategy RPG 12.3%
- #48 Sunderfolk
66% matchVery Positive90% of 2,252 reviews2025
Dev: Secret DoorPub: Dreamhaven
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Rediscover game night in this tactical RPG where shared strategy shapes every turn. Adventure across the Sunderlands with up to four players in online multiplayer using your mouse & keyboard or play couch co-op using phones as controllers.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 30.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 15%, Class-Based 12.4%, RPG 7.5%
- #49 Forged of Blood
72% matchMixed67% of 118 reviews2019
Dev: Critical Forge
Windows
A fantasy turn-based tactical RPG built on depth and mechanical complexity, featuring classless character building, strategic management, and small unit tactics on a world scale.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 18.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.1%, Tactical 13.3%, Strategy RPG 12%, RPG 11.6%
- #50 Shardpunk
67% matchVery Positive93% of 781 reviews2023
Dev: Clockwork PilePub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The war is lost, the Capitol lies in ruins, and you’re on the run! Shardpunk mixes turn-based tactical strategy with RPG, survival, and resource management as you gather your team, scavenge for resources, fight enemy hordes, and seek shelter to live another day.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 31.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.8%, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Retro 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #51 Super Fantasy Kingdom
65% matchVery Positive87% of 5,926 reviews2025
Dev: Super Fantasy GamesPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rebuild your kingdom and explore a vibrant fantasy world in this roguelite city builder. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow. But if your defenses should fail, be prepared to watch it all burn!
Why similar: Roguelike 28.9%, Medieval 27.7%, Strategy 17.8%, Fantasy 15.4%, 2D 10.4%
- #52 Defend the Rook
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 244 reviews2021
Dev: One Up PlusPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A roguelike tactics board combat combined with tower defense elements. Defeat the invading hordes to stay alive and save the land! Enjoy more tactics than a normal TD game, combined with the added challenge of building towers and fighting off waves of enemies!
Why similar: Tactical RPG 25.6%, Strategy RPG 14.7%, Tactical 14.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.6%, Roguelike 8.8%
- #53 Fated Land
68% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: AlxmoPub: Leyo Games
Windows
This is a Pixel Tactical Self-Propelled RPG Games The battle system adopts a semi-turn-based design, Quick Battle or Enter the Battlefield? It's time to decide! In this journey full of magic, you will also meet a variety of characters, who may become your allies, or your partners...
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 26.3%, Tactical RPG 25.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 17.3%, RPG 14.1%, Strategy 9.7%
- #54 Wonderland
65% matchVery Positive86% of 133 reviews2026
Dev: Dragon Flame GamesPub: 摸鱼游戏
Windows
On the fantastical continent of Elfar, where swords and magic reign, you will establish and grow your own guild, leading members to accept quests, challenge dungeons, forge equipment, participate in competitions, and gradually uncover the secrets of the nine sacred sites
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 20.6%, Strategy RPG 16.2%, Turn-Based Strategy 13.9%, Retro 10.3%, RPG 9.8%
- #55 Gladiators and Glory
67% matchVery Positive88% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: Oguz Kemerli
Windows
A Turn-Based Fighting Game Set in the Roman Era, where you can develop your Gladiators and fight them in arenas to increase the glory of your Ludus.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 35.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 13%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, RPG 10.6%, Medieval 9.7%
- #56 Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark
67% matchVery Positive88% of 6,353 reviews2019
Dev: 6 Eyes StudioPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark is a turn-based tactical RPG with a focus on storytelling and strategic battles. Unfold a mature story as you progress through hand-crafted scenarios, controlling your own group of Arbiters, with each character customizable from a wide selection of classes and abilities!
Why similar: Turn-Based Tactics 21.4%, Tactical RPG 20.3%, RPG 12.1%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.3%, Strategy RPG 9.8%
- #57 Winter Falling: Battle Tactics
66% matchVery Positive90% of 482 reviews2022
Dev: Rarykos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Lead troops in tense tactical battles, just you and your brain against the dying world. Can you save it? Manage a mercenary company, scavenge supplies, build an army. Go on a quest! Burn down a village or two... Explore the rich medieval fantasy world in a mix of LOTR, Warhammer, FTL and Total War.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 19.2%, Turn-Based Tactics 15%, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Strategy RPG 12.9%, Tactical 12.5%
- #58 Sproggiwood
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 595 reviews2014
Dev: Freehold Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Bring civilization to Sproggiwood, a story-driven, turn-based roguelike set in a humorous world inspired by Finnish mythology. Grow your civilization and plunder procedural dungeons with six unique classes. Outsmart mischievous monsters who work together in unexpected ways. No two dungeon dives are alike.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 17.8%, Roguelike 16.8%, Tactical 15.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 14.8%, RPG 11.4%
- #59 Rise Eterna
70% matchMixed42% of 210 reviews2021
Dev: MakeePub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Follow the story of Lua and unveil the mysteries surrounding her origins in the tactical RPG, reminiscence of the 16-bit era Japanese strategy games. Recruit up to 14 characters with unique abilities and defeat your worst nightmare in epic fights.
Why similar: Tactical RPG 33.4%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Strategy 6.7%
- #60 Dungeon Rushers
69% matchMixed62% of 1,236 reviews2016
Dev: Goblinz StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Heroic-Parody tactical RPG combining dungeon crawler’s gameplay and turn-based fights. Dive in an off-beat universe, manage your team and craft mighty gear to equip them! Build your own dungeon by hiding traps and monsters in your galleries, then challenge other players to clean it!
Why similar: Turn-Based Strategy 21.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 19.6%, Tactical 16.2%, Roguelike 14.5%, RPG 10.1%